Dolmabahçe Palace Tour

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Istanbul

Location

Overview

Dolmabahçe Palace
Bezm-i Alem Valide Sultan Mosque
Shopping

Program
Half Day Morning Tour
The capital of four great cultures İstanbul is one of the most must-see cities in the world. Today this sprawling city offers everything from exquisite Ottoman palaces and spectacular churches and mosques, to the ultimate bargain-seeker’s paradise the Grand Bazaar.

Departs: 08.00
Returns: 12.00

Start: Pick up from hotel (city center hotel)
Finish: Taksim or Sultanahmet Square (no transfer to the hotel)

At 07.30 am, we will pick you up from your hotel (city center hotels), then you will meet with your group and guide at meeting point and we will visit Dolmabahçe Palace, Bezm-i Alem Valide Sultan Mosque. This tour is finished at Taksim or Sultanahmet Square. No transfer to the hotel.

Dolmabahçe Palace, A blend of various European architectural styles, was built between 1843 – 1856 by Karabet Balyan, the court architect of Sultan Abdulmecid. The palace has survived intact with its original decorations, furniture and the silk carpets and curtains. (Harem is not included)

Bezm-i Alem Valide Sultan Mosque, as well known as Dolmabahçe Mosque was commisioned by Bezm-i Alem Valide Sultan mother of Sultan Abdülmecid. After her death the construction was completed with the support of Sultan Abdülmecid and opened for prayer in 1851.

Shopping, Turkey is one of the best leather producing countries in the world. We will watch a fashion-show organised by the manufacturer presenting a selection of high quality leatherware. Great opportunity to check out reasonable priced good quality leather accessories.

Important

This tour is not operated on Mondays.
Dolmabahçe Palace is closed on Mondays.
The shopping experience depends on traffic and duration of the palace visit.
Hotel pick-up service is available only from the hotels located in the city center. There may be an extra charge for transportations from other locations or airport.